Operations Manager

JACOB DOBISESKY

+1-717-***-**** (m) ***********@*****.*** Steelton, Pennsylvania

SUMMARY

· Seasoned operations leader with 7+ years driving scalable, data-driven strategic initiatives resulting in 30% efficiency improvements

· Utilized advanced data analysis to align technical systems with business KPIs, accelerating decision-making processes

· Integrated cloud-based analytics and automation to optimize workflows across technical and non-technical teams

· Led cross-functional teams to deliver measurable improvements, including a 25% boost in operational performance EXPERIENCE

BluDiscovery, LLC Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Founder, President Apr 2018 - Present

· Developed cloud anomaly detection systems using neural networks and LLM, boosting process efficiency by 30%

· Implemented strategic protocol enhancements to drive consistent data-driven decision making Lazard Freres & Co., LLC Los Angeles, California

Summer Associate, Investment Banking Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

· Supported the Aerospace & Defense group with valuation models, achieving 20% accelerated deal closures in middle market engagements

· Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline data analysis for operational decisions PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP Los Angeles, California Senior Associate, Deals (M&A Advisory) Oct 2018 - Jun 2020

· Supported full M&A process for Fortune 500; enabled multimillion-dollar strategic engagements through optimized operational workflows

· Led 20+ consultants to streamline Program Management Office (PMO) operations, enhancing execution of strategic processes by 25%

· Constructed megadeal ($1B+) tool in competitive private equity bidding rounds for nationwide life insurance conglomerates

· Strategized standup of a cloud network and supporting IT infrastructure for divestiture of a one-billion-dollar business unit

· Produced DCF, OTC, and comparable analyses to inform strategic financial decisions, reducing cycle time by 15%

· Analyzed multi-year TSAs and legal documentation, uncovering cost-saving opportunities of 10% in transitions

· Managed engagement budgets exceeding $5M, optimizing resource allocation and data-driven outcomes

· Developed training website, market intelligence Tableau dashboard, and strategic industry overviews

· Integrated cross-functional teams to standardize operations and drive measurable outcomes Amazon.com, Inc. Moreno Valley, California

Sr. Manager, Operations (L-7) Aug 2017 - Sept 2018

· Built cross-functional teams of 20+ managers and 800+ associates, surpassing 15M weekly shipping goals and optimizing workflows

· Led 10+ kaizen events and impact analyses for $20M+ projects, integrating advanced robotics and process improvements

· Mentored operations managers, enhancing team engagement and leadership, boosting workflow efficiency by 15%

· Negotiated performance metrics with third-party logistics, streamlining cost-effective transport solutions

· Collaborated with HR to design employee engagement events, improving team cohesion by 20%

· Optimized operational processes using advanced analytics, achieving 18% cost reduction United States Navy Multiple Locations

Submarine Officer, Lieutenant (O-3) May 2009 - Aug 2017

· Managed global operations reporting and data collection, improving strategic communications and situational awareness by 20%

· Post-Deployment: Directed 24/7 casualty response for Western pacific submarine operations, reporting directly to the Admiral

· Sea Tour: Led a $2B fast attack submarine (USS Charlotte, SSN-766) as Officer of the Deck in the Western Pacific

· Division Officer: Implemented a robust preventative maintenance program for an S6G nuclear power plant

· Qualified Engineer (selected Department Head) and Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW) EDUCATION

University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business Los Angeles, California May 2022 Master of Business Administration

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, Massachusetts June 2011 Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering

United States Naval Academy Annapolis, Maryland May 2009 Bachelor of Science in Robotics and Control (Systems) Engineering, Honors SKILLS

· Operations Management: process optimization, workflow design, operational strategy, agile methodologies, cross-functional collaboration

· Programming: Jira, Confluence, Tableau, TensorFlow, PyTorch, C++, R, SQL, Python, PowerBI, Alteryx, MATLAB, Microsoft 365

· Financial Training & Tools: S&P Capital IQ, FactSet, Bloomberg Market Concepts, Training the Street, Pitchbook

· Certifications: AWS Machine Learning - Specialty, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate

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